Things to do in Longsheng County, Guangxi: The Best Walking Tours

May 25, 2021 Frederic Celentano

Longsheng Various Nationalities Autonomous County is a county of Guangxi, China. It is under the administration of Guilin city.
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1. 1-Day Longsheng Rice Terrace Tour from Guilin with Private Guide & Driver

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The enticing Longji Rice Terraces (Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces) in Longsheng have seasonal variations in appearance. It is the most amazing terrace in China. With a history of around 700 years, the Longji Rice Terraces are the culmination of both the profound wisdom and strenuous labor of the Zhuang people.

Inclusions: Private English-speaking tour guide, Centrally located hotel pick-up and drop-off, Air conditioned car with chauffeur, Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By SHF02862999

The best private tour experience I had so far travelling in China! Tour guide, QiuyanLi, was doing all possible to make my short 2-days trip full of new experiences and emotions! She shared a lot of interesting facts about the region, local culture and traditions of minorities, even helped to communciate with them. I really enjoyed Li River cruise and QiuyanLi helped me to capture best moments including famous '20 yuan' photo. I would also highly recommend everyone to visit Longji rice terrace. For me, as foreigner it was first time to see rice terrace and I was really impressed. QiuyanLi gave me a lesson on how to grow rice and build rice field, now feel myself almost an expert :).

2. Private Day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces

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This is a private tour. You will get personal attention from a private English or Mandarin speaking tour guide. Private vehicle and private driver is also provided. As this is a private tour, there will be strictly no forced shopping stops. Customized your own tour at your own pace by contacting us and explore Guilin with us.

Inclusions: One bottled water will be provided to each person, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Dinner, Lunch

Reviewed By Chi Han K

Planned for our trip to Guilin this year and decided to book a day tour. Found out about JS Tour from a close friend. It was indeed a very good service from them. We went for the Li River Cruises since it's one of the top destination to visit in Guilin. Overall we are really satisfied with the service.

3. From Guilin/Yangshuo: Longji Rice Terraces and Ethnic Minority Village Day Tour

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Enjoy one day away from the hustle and bustle of the city and explore the amazing Longji Rice Terraces and the local village to get in touch with ethnic minority lifestyle. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Guilin or Yangshuo, friendly well-trainned tour guide, delicious local lunch and entrance fees are included.

Inclusions: English-speaking local guide service., Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Guilin or Yangshuo, Lunch at a local farmer's house restaurant., Admission ticket to Longji Rice Field Terraces

Exclusions: Gratuities (recommended)., Personal expenses, Airport transfer., Traditional folk singing and dancing performances

Reviewed By Duppiedup

We loved the whole trip with our great German speaking guide Julia. Just the three off us wandering through the fields and enjoying the magnificent scenery. Another highlight was the lunch prepared for us by a local farmer family, very friendly people and delicious food prepared from fresh ingredients. Overall, a great day out.

4. 2-Day Guilin Private Tour: Li River Cruise and Longji Rice Terrace in Longsheng

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The Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is the centerpiece of any Guilin trips and the Longji Terrace Fields will be a bonus for your journey. By taking a leisurely cruise down to Yangshuo, you will experience the breathtaking scenery along the way. And the awe-inspiring Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces will never let you down.

Inclusions: Lunch, Private English-speaking tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off for both Day 1 and Day 2, Air conditioned car with chauffeur, Lunch on board on Day 1, Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies

Exclusions: Lunch on Day 2, Overnight accommodation, Gratuities

Reviewed By Teresa_Agost

Being a small group of friends with children (aged between 4 and 10) we tailored the trip to our wishes. Since the very first moment we arrived, our tour guide Fei was always helpful and kind to solve our doubts. She was patience to keep our pace and willing to change the itinerary when we requested. In our first day we visited Guilin and that same night we transfered to our hotel in Yangshuo where we stayed for 4 nights. The other 3 days we visited natural spaces: rice field terraces, Gudong waterfall (you must do the climbing! it's so much fun especially for children), Big Banyan tree and bamboo rafting. We loved Karst mountains and the landscape! Despite the difficult roads at some points, drier Liu was very skilled and careful. Big thanks to both of them: Driver Liu and Guide Fei!!!

5. Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Village Day Tour

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This small group tour provides you a trouble-free tour to visit the magnificent scenery of terrace fields at Longji and explore the local minority villages and their tradition and culture. You could trek around the well-know Longji Rice Terraces and enjoy the local food for lunch. Cable car is also available there to reach the view point.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off at hotel in downtown Guilin, Professional English speaking guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Typical Chinese Lunch, Long Hair Show at Huang Luo Yao village

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Elizabeth G

This tour is good if you have a short time in Beijing and want to tick these three off in a fairly 'hands-off' tour style. We were taken to a pearl shop and chinese medicine school but were in no way pressured to buy anything (and the foot massage was lovely - worth the 5 cny for sure)

6. Day Tour to Longji Rice Terraces

Yangshuo New Century, Pan Tao Lu, Yangshuo Xian, Guilin Shi, Guangxi Zhuangzuzizhiqu, China Truly China Travel

Discover the amazing Longji Rice Terraces, experience the ethnic minority Zhuang & Yao people’s life.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Local tour guide

Exclusions: No meals included, Cable car

Reviewed By Nancy W

Anna took very good care of me. She was caring, respectful and fun. We had a wonderful time biking along the Yulong River and seeing the sights. She was an outstanding guide and I would recommend her as a guide. She spoke very good English. We had a great day together.

7. Happy private tour with Jerry

Ease Cally Chinese Art Workshop

A. A private tailor-made tour which can be planned based on your preference. B. Experienced English tour guide and driver. C. Culture experience and sightseeing perfect combined

Inclusions: Private transportation, Tour guide service fee, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Food, accommodation

Reviewed By OnAir25300499579

A really pleasant experience. Felt so welcome, well organised and enjoyed learning something new. Also met other people and had fun!

8. Private Day Tour to Longji Rice Terraces from Yangshuo

Sunflower Tours

Experience the mountainous beauty of Longji Rice Terraces full-day tour with a private guide from Yangshuo. Upon arrival, explore trails on the mountain and have lunch at a restaurant before continuing over to Longji Scenic Area. Visit lookout points such as :"Stars & Moons" and "Dragon & Tigers" Your guide won't let you miss any important sight and is open to customizing your tour, which includes door-to-door transportation.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Yangshuo Hotels pick up and drop-off , Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide, Experienced Driver, Entrance fees, Lunch , Bottled Water, 10 hours Driver and Guide Service

Exclusions: Gratuities (Recommended), Personal shopping expense, Dinner , Any other expenses that not listed as included

Reviewed By tmbrink1868

The show was impressive and enjoyable; a great combination of music and pageantry. Miss Lily and the organization that helped us with the tickets were very accommodating. They met us at the gate, walked us to our seats, even had rain coats for us (but thankfully it didn’t rain!) We recommended the experience for sure!

9. 2-Day Guizhou Zhaoxing Dong Village and Longsheng Pingan Rice Terrace Private Trip

Yangshuo one day private tour

Discover spectacular large-scale age-old terraced rice fields on the high mountain around Pingan village in Longsheng county, and spend a cosy night in Zhaoxing Dong Ethnic Village, immerse yourself  into minorities' outstanding cultures in south-west part of China. Whatever a hiking route in the rice terrace or an easy walking, your private guide always can satisfy your requirements and present your the best views.

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Hotel pickup (Guilin and Yangshuo) and drop-off (Guilin), One night accomodation in Zhaoxing

Exclusions: Hotel accommodation (except one night in Zhaoxing village as specified in the itinerary), Food , drinks and meals, Tip to guide and driver

Reviewed By BlazeToursandTravels

The reason we selected this Tour was primarily because of all the incredible offerings and inclusions it offered in one day. From the moment our Tour was confirmed on Viator, Mr. Wu [Tom], our Tour Organiser and Private Guide, remained in constant touch with us, ready at hand to answer all queries via email, until our arrival into Yangshuo. Our Tour began with a scenic drive via country roads until we reached the authetic Li River bamboo rafts departure pier. The day we took the Tour the weather was a little misty, giving the spectacular Karst landscapes that we saw during our almost hour long exciting Li River bamboo raft journey, a mystical look. After our raft ride, we headed straight for the jaw dropping Silver Cave. To say the stalactites and stalagmites we were treated to during our 90 minute walk through the enormous cave were mind boggling, would be an understatement! The walking path through the cave is well lit and made slip proof. There are no restrictions on how close you can go to the rock formations to take photos, of course discretion is advised. The stalactites and stalagmites are lit up throughout the cave in different colours, giving viewers a surprise at every turn. There are also unique formations called by different names, based on the visions that they can conjure up. Tickets include a free audio guide. Palanquin bearers can be hired at an extra charge for those who are mobility impared. After touring the cave, sampling divine street food [yam, hot chestnuts, seasonal fruits, etc.] from vendors lining the path to the Cave and shopping for souvenirs, it was off to the pedestrian West Street for a leisurely stroll. West Street which is lined with many vendors offering local merchandise, tea, food, snacks, etc. ends at the Li River bank. It was there that Tom arranged for us to take photos with a cormorant fisherman for a small fee. We could take as many photos as we wanted, much to the delight of our teenage daughters. Later it was onwards to Xianggong Mountain just before sunset. The drive itself through mountain roads with hills covered in persimmons was very exciting and made even better by Tom who told us the stories of the ancient Karst landscapes and rural life in Yangshuo. The climb up the mountain took almost 45 minutes each way but the view that awaited us at the top, took our breath away. Row after row and mile after mile of Karst mountains we could behold, with the Li River snaking through them. We loved it on the mountain so much that it took Tom a lot of convincing to make us go back down. He was very helpful in taking our photographs and assisting us up and down the Mountain. The climb has many steps and can be difficult for those who are mobility impared. When we came down the mountain, the sun had just set, making the steps dark in some parts, however, Tom was well equipped with a torchlight and an out stretched arm for any of us who needed assistance. Just before returning to our hotel, we were taken to a many centuries old home of an elderly couple. The man of the house was a descendant of a military commander who served with one of China's Emperors. To say they live in a unique abode, would be an understatement. Their house looks as if it is many centuries old, their way of life, untouched by modernity. They also had their coffins readied and tucked away in one room, in case of an eventuality! With Tom's brilliant explanations, the house and its occupants were brough to life for us. The day ended with us thanking Tom for ensuring our family had such an amazing New Year's Eve. We knew of course nothing would have been possible without him. Have no hesitation in considering this Tour because it offers so much and comes with the most amazing guide one can hope for! ~Felicia Variava Albert, Managing Director, Blaze Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, India

10. Guilin Yangshuo & Longji Rice Terrace 4 days tour

U2panda

Yangshuo lies to the southeast of Guilin and in the northeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Since being introduced by 'Lonely Planet' in 1980, it greets an increasing number of visitors annually. The rippling Li River traverses the county and brings it breath-taking natural beauty. The county is regarded as one of the most beautiful counties in China and the local scenery is the essence of Guilin. It is also the termination of a Li River cruise. The Longsheng Rice Terraces (Dragon's Backbone), also called the Longji Rice Terraces are located in Longsheng County, about 130 kilometres from Guilin. The terraced fields are built along the slope winding from the riverside up to the mountain top, between 600 to 800 metres. The terraced fields were mostly built about 650 years ago.

Inclusions: English speaking guide, private transfer in all tour, bike tour in yangshuo, walk tour by li river, Longji green bus, Moon hill, airpot pickup(optianal), Yangshuo 2 nights hotel(optional), Longji 1 night hotel(optional)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Accommodation (but you can buy from optional)

Reviewed By svennoatchina

+ Started in the morning from chengdu, visited the giant Buddha by using the boats. Chilled walkthrough in some hidden streets and end of the day harvested some green tea and learned how to cook and dry. It was a really nice experience to see in detail how to win tea and talk directly to the farmer about their business and the learn about their life story. Our Tourguide Sheldon was very young but shared a lot of facts during the hole trip. He was friendly and helpfully by everything. So we really enjoyed just to follow him and not to care about driving, paying or organizing something what can be easily a bit stressfully in china. -I am only a bit disappointed that we still have 130 air pollution values. Thought will be better outside from Chengdu

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